HP CQ32 manual Software updates

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11 Software updates

Updated versions of the software provided with your computer may be available on the HP Web site.

Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs.

Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file.

To update the software, follow these steps, which are explained in the remainder of this guide:

1.Identify your computer model, product category, and series or family. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the computer.

If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.

NOTE: The computer system BIOS is stored on the system ROM. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for data transfer among hardware devices, including the time and date.

NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.

2.Access the updates on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com.

3.Install the updates.

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Contents Compaq Presario Notebook PC Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives 101 111 Identifying hardware FeaturesComponents Top componentsTouchPad Lights Button and speakers Fn key KeysDisplay Front component Right-side components Left-side components Rear component Bottom components Wireless antennas Additional hardware components Labels Networking Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless action key Using operating system controls Using HP Wireless AssistantSetting up a Wlan Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityRoaming to another network Connecting to a WlanBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyCannot connect to a Wlan Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsCannot connect to a preferred wireless network Network icon is not displayedCurrent network security codes are unavailable Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless routerConnecting to a local area network Pointing devices and keyboard Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadSelecting Scrolling Using TouchPad gesturesRotating Connecting an external mouseUsing the action keys Using the keyboardIcon Function Hotkey Description Using the hotkeysPage Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Multimedia Multimedia featuresEnvironmental Notices Identifying your multimedia componentsAdjusting the volume Using the media activity action keys Multimedia software Using CyberLink PowerDVD softwareUsing other preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a discConnecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorConnecting an Hdmi device select models only Configuring audio for Hdmi select models only Optical drive Identifying the installed optical driveDVD±RW/R Using optical discsDVD±R discs Selecting the right discCD-R discs CD-RW discsPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD LightScribe DVD+R discsBlu-ray Disc Page Changing DVD region settings Configuring AutoPlayCopying a CD or DVD Observing the copyright warningCreating burning a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Webcam tips Webcam select models onlyAdjusting webcam properties Troubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not play automatically Disc does not playMovie is not visible on an external display Movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyRemove any discs from the optical drive Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Obtaining the latest HP device driversInitiating and exiting Sleep Power managementSetting power options Using power-saving statesUsing the battery meter Using power plansInitiating and exiting Hibernation Viewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planCustomizing power plans Connecting the AC adapter Using external AC powerTesting an AC adapter Using battery powerInserting or removing the battery Displaying the remaining battery chargeFinding battery information in Help and Support Using Battery CheckCharging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Calibrating a battery Resolving a low battery levelFully charge the battery Discharge the battery Disable Hibernation and SleepReenable Hibernation and Sleep Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Fully recharge the batteryDisposing of a used battery Replacing the batteryShutting down the computer Page Identifying installed drives DrivesHandling drives Using external drives Page Using Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupImproving hard drive performance Replacing the hard drive Page Page Page Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices and external media cards Removing a USB device Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsRemoving a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Using passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Setup Utility Setting passwords in WindowsPower-on password Administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility BiosUsing Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Displaying system information Restoring default settings in Setup UtilitySecurity menu Setup Utility menusExiting Setup Utility Main menuDiagnostics menu System Configuration menuSoftware updates Determining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Updating programs and drivers Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs Backing up your information Using Windows Backup and Restore Restore to a previous date and time Using system restore pointsWhen to create restore points Create a system restore pointRecovering from the recovery discs Performing a recoveryIndex Symbols/NumericsDVD Hdmi

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